This program will offer students advanced courses in the major areas of psychology as well as a strong foundation in research design and statistical analysis. This generalist approach will provide students with a broad knowledge base that they can apply to a variety of settings. Students will be prepared for career opportunities as well as for PhD programs in psychology or related fields. *All students will complete foundation courses (15 credit hours) before completing their chosen concentration courses (15 credit hours).
Major Requirements
Core Credits: 15.00
| PSY 510 | Advanced Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 525 | Advanced Cognition | 3 |
| PSY 530 | Advanced Psychopathology | 3 |
| PSY 535 | Contemporary and Ethical Issues | 3 |
| PSY 570 | Diversity and Multicultural Issues | 3 |
Concentrations
General Psychology Concentration
*All students will complete foundation courses (15 credit hours) before completing their chosen concentration courses (15 credit hours).
Concentration Credits: 15.00
(choose from the following options)
Human Behavior Concentration
*All students will complete foundation courses (15 credit hours) before completing their chosen concentration courses (15 credit hours).
Concentration Credits: 15.00
(choose from the following options)
| PSY 520 | Biological Bases of Behavior | 3 |
| PSY 540 | Advanced Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 560 | Health Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 576 | Psychology of Judgment and Decision Making | 3 |
| PSY 596 | Human Behavior Capstone | 3 |
Industrial/Org Psych Concentration
*All students will complete foundation courses (15 credit hours) before completing their chosen concentration courses (15 credit hours).
Concentration Credits: 15.00
(choose from the following options)
| PSY 545 | Organizational Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 565 | Leadership Development | 3 |
| PSY 575 | Organizational Behavior & Evaluation | 3 |
| PSY 576 | Psychology of Judgment and Decision Making | 3 |
| PSY 595 | Industrial/Organizational Psychology Capstone | 3 |
Optional Specialization
Specialization in Intercultural Studies
This specialization is designed to immerse students in a program of study that enhances their master’s degree experience through the mutual exchange of ideas and cultural norms, encouraging the development of deep relationships. Through this specialization, every student will learn from one another and grow together.
**Students are required to have a minimum of 18 distinct credits for graduation in addition to meeting all requirements for their chosen master’s degree**
Specialization Credits: 18.00
(choose from the following options)
| ICS 510 | Cross Cultural Communication | 3 |
| ICS 515 | Art Criticism and Theory | 3 |
| ICS 520 | American Cultural History | 3 |
| ICS 530 | Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education: Pre-Roman Empire | 3 |
| ICS 540 | Photo History and Practice | 3 |
| ICS 550 | Missouri and the World | 3 |
| ICS 560 | Perspectives of Education: Callaway County | 3 |
ICS courses must be completed on-ground at the university’s main campus location in Fulton, Missouri.